Operations Coordinator – Green Climate Fund Project (6‑month contract)

About the role

The Operations Coordinator will support the delivery of a climate‑resilience programme funded by the Green Climate Fund. Working closely with district coordinators, government officials and the GCF Programme Management Unit, the role ensures efficient implementation at both district and national levels.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and operationalise detailed implementation workplans.
• Track progress through operational dashboards and resolve bottlenecks.
• Coordinate across teams to align activities and ensure efficient execution.
• Monitor budget utilisation and align expenditures with implementation plans in collaboration with the GCF Finance Manager.
• Support procurement and contracting processes alongside the Supply Chain Coordinator.
• Strengthen stakeholder coordination at field level, ensuring effective communication and escalation mechanisms.
• Identify operational risks and support mitigation measures with senior management and the GCF PMU.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in NGO programme operations and delivery.
• Strong experience leading complex programme operations in development or humanitarian settings.
• Proven crisis management and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to track performance and identify operational gaps.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong risk management experience within programme implementation.
• Desirable: experience in budget management and financial tracking.
• Desirable: good understanding of government systems and coordination structures.
• Desirable: strong stakeholder coordination experience.

Required skills